description There Is No Evil Overview
There Is No Evil is a 2020 Iranian drama directed by Mohammad Rasoulof that explores themes of capital punishment through interwoven narratives. The film’s distribution was initially banned in Iran, and subsequently premiered at the Berlinale before receiving the Golden Bear award. It presents four distinct stories related to Iran's legal system concerning the death penalty.
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There Is No Evil ranks #328 of 3121 in the Movie ranking, behind Marty, ahead of Roman Polanski: Odd Man Out.
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| Country | Iran |
| Year | 2020 |
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Did 'There Is No Evil' win the Golden Bear at the Berlinale?
Yes, the 2020 Iranian drama directed by Mohammad Rasoulof won the Golden Bear for Best Film at the Berlin International Film Festival. The film explores the moral dilemma of capital punishment through four interwoven narratives.
Why was director Mohammad Rasoulof unable to attend the Berlin premiere of 'There Is No Evil'?
Rasoulof was unable to attend the premiere because the Iranian government had confiscated his passport and sentenced him to prison. He was being persecuted by the authorities for his filmmaking activities and political dissent.
What is the central theme of 'There Is No Evil'?
The movie deeply explores themes of state-mandated capital punishment and the personal toll it takes on those forced to carry it out. It highlights how authoritarian regimes impact basic human rights and individual moral choices.
Is 'There Is No Evil' banned in Iran?
Yes, the film’s distribution was completely banned in Iran by the government censorship board. Because it critiques the Iranian justice system and human rights abuses, it had to be smuggled out of the country to premiere internationally.
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